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fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 7:40 pm
by Jordi

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 8:32 pm
by Rhinoman
That would probably still be cheaper than welding up my KJA!

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 8:59 pm
by Jordi
You must be looking at the half cab. It's spot on!

Googleing for body panels, you can get alloy, fibre glass and steel repair / replacement panels all over the world, some at reasonable prices. EXCEPT THE UK!

It's angered me today.

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:09 pm
by Rhinoman
Did you find anyone selling KJA panels?

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:11 pm
by Jordi
Rhinoman wrote:Did you find anyone selling KJA panels?
Which panels you after?

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:14 pm
by andyrew
There are a lot of pattern part panels available from Germany but some of the
Quality is pretty shocking. And the good stuff is fairly peicey.

For example the quarter panels currently on ebay. The swage
Line looks a bit vague as on reae quarter its quite a strong line.
And the tight radius on the rear corners look deformed. I thought of doing
Both quarters on mine but im certain it would be more work than
Just fabbin my own repair patches.

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:15 pm
by Rhinoman
Mainly the lower rear part of the cab and any parts for the bed. Most of the rest is probably interchangeable with other models.

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:16 pm
by Rhinoman
andyrew wrote:There are a lot of pattern part panels available from Germany but some of the
Quality is pretty shocking. And the good stuff is fairly peicey.
Yes that's what I thought, they look to be very badly made - so much for German engineering.

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:20 pm
by Jordi
I have a quick fix idea for mine now, but need to know if harnesses will do instead of seat belts for the MOT.

Lots of pattern parts available, manufacturers do say may require adjustment to fit. Regardless of manufacturer most pattern parts tend to need fettling with to make them fit. I do love the fibreglass cab though. Pricey at £2300 plus shipping.

Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Posted: Fri Oct 25, 2013 9:06 pm
by turbo-tom
ooo i like that half truck cab :D